Humanitarian Emergencies Policy Adviser

Humanitarian Emergencies Policy Adviser (roving international post)

SALARY: £24,245 - £30,853 GBP net (take home salary), per annum. This is equivalent to £32,180 - £41,898 GBP UK gross per annum. Oxfam will meet the tax and social security liabilities of post holder in addition to net salary

Oxfam offers a wide range of benefits, including over 43 days holiday/TOIL per year, pension and medical cover, living and accommodation costs covered during deployments. This post is unaccompanied.

Location: Various worldwide Contract: Open-ended Hours: Full-time - 36 hours per week Closing Date: 26th February 2012 Interview Date: 14 & 16th March 2012

Who we are

Across the world, Oxfam responds to natural disasters, conflict and humanitarian emergencies which affect millions of people. Our Humanitarian and Security Issues policy and advocacy team provides timely analysis on these rapidly changing situations and influences the decisions-makers who can make a difference. Nowadays, in addition to sending in water engineers and logisticians as part of an emergency response, we need to send in a policy advisor as part of the team too so that we can persuade governments, the UN and the international community to do what is needed to save lives and livelihoods.

The role

With deployments normally ranging from 4 weeks to 4 months, this roving post is a unique opportunity to work in a wide range of countries and across humanitarian issues. You’ll be deployed to the humanitarian situations where there is greatest need for clear and rapid analysis to tell the world what is happening and persuade decision-makers to do what is needed.

You’ll get straight to the heart of issues, quickly analysing the key issues and establishing strong advocacy strategies. You’ll also engage with governments, key decision-makers and United Nations representatives – using your tact, diplomacy and outstanding interpersonal skills to shape and influence opinion and bring about real change. At the same time, you’ll be a spokesperson for Oxfam telling national and international press what is happening and what needs to be done. You’ll be part of a national and international team, building capacity and consulting closely with colleagues so that our advocacy strategies are sustainable and informed by those closest to the ground.

What we are looking for

You’ll have proven experience of humanitarian work along with a good understanding of the types of policy issues involved and the appropriate solutions available. Your humanitarian background will be supported by the capacity to crystallise issues in complex situations while thinking strategically – understanding global trends and dynamics beyond the context of your current deployment. Able to produce excellent written materials you’ll also be a persuasive representative with a track record of influencing decision makers at all levels. You will be a calm, adaptable and sensitive team player with excellent inter-personal skills, able to support and consult colleagues in pressurised contexts and provide policy leadership and vision to a global team. Willing to travel at short notice – often to difficult circumstances. Fluency in written and spoken English essential, other languages an advantage.

How to apply:

To apply

If you have the rare blend of personal and professional qualities we seek, this could be the most exciting, demanding and rewarding challenge of your career to date. To find out more and to apply, please visit www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs quoting ref: C&P664 Previous candidates need not apply.